CHS seniors Harrison Russell (left) and Milan Jovingo (right) organized this year’s art auction event, supporting the West Georgia Child Advocacy Center.
Carrollton High School International Baccalaureate (IB) students Harrison Russell and Milan Jovingo organized the annual IB art auction benefiting the West Georgia Child Advocacy Center. The silent auction took place in the CHS Media Center and ended on Nov. 7, raising approximately $600.
CHS students and faculty had the opportunity to bid on artwork that was both donated and created by generous professionals and hardworking students. Milan and Harrison solicited art from the community, even attending the Carrollton Art Expedition, an annual event showcasing fine art and supporting the local arts community. CHS students offered their artwork to be displayed at the event and later auctioned off.
CHS IB senior Milan Jovingo reflected on her experience organizing this year’s event. This project called for tons of collaboration, as well as connecting with other artists. Milan and Harrison did just that.
“My favorite part of this event is the chance to share art with my peers,” said Milan. “It is incredibly rewarding to see people connect with a piece that you have created or helped feature.”
Each International Baccalaureate diploma candidate is required to plan and execute a Creative Activity and Service (CAS) project to complete their path of study. Milan stated that she chose this project because of her inspiration from a former CHS IB student, Eli Jarrett, whose work influenced her.
IB CAS Coordinator and CHS Media Specialist Stephanie Holloway said she was impressed by the range of the collection this year.
“There were over 40 items donated, including student artwork, with a ton of really high-quality and unique pieces,” said Holloway.
Milan and Harrison chose to continue donating proceeds to the center because it celebrates creativity while also contributing to an important cause—it is even more meaningful knowing that their participation is helping support children in need.
The West Georgia Child Advocacy Center works with local agencies to support the needs of young victims of sexual, physical, and emotional abuse in Carroll, Haralson, and Heard counties. The organization provides a comfortable space for forensic interviews, advocates for families, and facilitates prevention training.
